Video: Govt. should make a statement on Wilpattu issue: UNP

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While claiming that any kind of construction carried out in a National Park was illegal, the main opposition UNP today urged the government to make a statement on the controversial housing complex being constructed within the Wilpattu National Park.

“Any step taken against the environment is wrong. If there is a housing complex being constructed within the Wilpattu National Park, the government should make an official statement on the issue. The government spokesman should declare whether there is any illegal housing complex in the National Park,” UNP Leadership Council member and its Spokesman Kabir Hashim told a news conference.

Earlier the media reported that a large scale housing complex was being built within the Wilpattu National Park leading it to destruction. And it was reported that a minister was backing the housing project with funds received by a foreign country to resettle Muslim IDPs.

“There are internally displaced Muslims from war but they have not been resettled yet. If the government wants to resettle these IDPs, they should follow a proper and legal method without destroying the environment,” Mr. Hashim said adding the government should take responsibility for any consequence arising from the issue. (Lahiru Pothmulla)

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pr Thursday, 10 April 2014 01:49 PM

Why not ask the govnmnt "what right has the BBS to involve in to these subjects as there are responsible institutions to take care of it, why the police is encouraging them to be bold on these other than throw them out to be with the responsible institutions. BBS is not a law enforcing group other than to be in the temple for religious activities.

Karthiq Thursday, 10 April 2014 01:57 PM

Now a days Sri Lanka's Law and Order implementing by organizations, We all well known Mr. Minester

Handipora Thursday, 10 April 2014 02:00 PM

Yes, indeed this is what UNP should be doing without beating about the bush. Whilst condemning if any environmental issues are violated, why not talk of the high hand act of BBS who is fast becoming a force 'law-unto-themselves'. Could this be allowed. What is the stand of the UNP.

poramola Thursday, 10 April 2014 08:28 PM

yes u are right been sri lanken everyone should protect our national heritage political leaders must undestand that via DM Android App

Doublehappy Thursday, 10 April 2014 03:45 PM

Is Sri Lanka has become Law of The Jungle.

Arjuna Friday, 11 April 2014 04:14 AM

Still they have no idea of where to stand. just blowing words.

Kiris Baba Amaray Friday, 11 April 2014 04:14 AM

No issues Sir. Government should BAN (BBS). Then there is no problem.

M.O.A.Careem Sunday, 13 April 2014 01:20 AM

UPFA,UNP,BBS & M.C this is a shalter issue - long time back PR had issues = claim each party on reasonable on ground and leave it or else where to landless claiments. This is a basic issue of a human.

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